Fountain Springs Healthcare Center

The health, wellbeing, and safety of our residents, staff, and community is our top priority.

Quality Care in Rapid City, SD

At Fountain Springs Healthcare Center, we provide both skilled nursing and assisted living care services in Rapid City, SD. We pride ourselves in our interdisciplinary approach to skilled nursing. Whether you are in need of short-term rehabilitation or long-term care, we want to empower you to meet your goals and regain your quality of life.

Fountain Springs has a well-earned reputation of transitioning patients home or to a lower level of care. We are honored to have received the Pinnacle Customer Experience Award for providing best-in-class senior healthcare services!

Welcome to Fountain Springs Healthcare Center! At Fountain Springs, we make every effort to help you feel at home. Our recreation department offers a wide range of activities and outings. We create a care program individualized to your specific needs.

Services Offered

Bridging the Gap from Hospital to Home

Skilled Nursing

Rehabilitation Therapy

Assisted Living

Outpatient Therapy

Memory Support

Respite Stays

Hospice Services

Supplementary Care Options

Veteran’s Contracts

Telehealth

Skilled Nursing

Whether you are in need of post-acute (short-term) or long-term care, our skilled nursing communities are designed to promote rehabilitation in a high-quality and compassionate environment. As a resident, your needs and preferences shape your experience, from food choices to activities. We are committed to helping you feel at ease, at rest, and at home.

Assisted Living

Assisted Living creates the perfect balance between activity, engagement, and relaxation. Our communities offer residents an active and independent lifestyle coupled with a full slate of care services provided as you need them. We strive to build an environment with plenty of choices designed to foster your preferred way of life. From simple housekeeping and nutritious meals to hygiene and healthcare, we strive to keep you healthy, happy, and cared for. Your plans, interests, and goals are our first priority. We’re ready to do everything we can to help you live life to the fullest.

Outpatient Therapy

Our outpatient services are convenient and personalized to give you the precise level of care you need. Our therapists utilize advanced technology to reduce pain and swelling while helping injuries heal more quickly. We incorporate highly effective therapy that is often used by professional sports teams, including a patented form of electrical stimulation that helps increase muscle strength and reduce pain. Our treatment plans also utilize specialized equipment to optimize muscle performance and improve balance.

Memory Support

For residents with mild to moderate Alzheimer’s or other dementia-related conditions, EmpRes communities provide a structured, comfortable environment within our care center. Our care teams work to deliver consistent, stable care while creating an environment of vitality, warmth, and understanding. We use a person-centered approach and memory cues to instill a sense of familiarity. Our programs and events also encourage daily connection. Our goal is to stimulate memory and provide residents with meaningful experiences.

We understand that facing a loved one exhibiting symptoms of Alzheimer’s or related dementia can be a confusing and troubling time in your life. We will help you to understand the disease and gain knowledge about the best methods of care for your loved one.

Respite Stays

Many factors can necessitate temporary placement in a warm, welcoming environment that provides skilled nursing care. Our short-stay program, also known as Respite Stay, provides time you need with the peace of mind knowing your loved one is cared for in a comfortable and supporting place.

Hospice Services

To enhance quality of care and life, EmpRes strongly supports your right to make decisions about your care, including whether to accept or refuse life prolonging measures and treatments. We understand this is a challenging time for you and your family. We work together with you and your family to provide support and information for proactive self-advocacy and care decisions.

We offer dignified care, symptom management, and physical, emotional, and spiritual comfort to individuals suffering from a life-threatening illness. Our team collaborates with your and your physician to maximize your quality of life by developing a plan of care based on your diagnosis, symptoms, and other individualized needs.

Supplementary Care Options

We are committed to providing better healthcare, improved relationships, and a greater quality of life for our residents and their families. In addition to our primary services, we also offer supplementary care options to meet all aspects of your care needs. If our center cannot provide the care you need, we will happily direct you to the best options in the community.

Supplementary Care Options Include:

Management of Complex Care Needs

Specialized Wound Care (including Wound Vacs)

Tracheostomy Care

IV Therapy

Pain Management

Dental Care

Mental Health Services

Veteran’s Contracts

We are honored to serve our veterans who have given so much to our country. We are proud to have contracts with the Department of Veterans Affairs at our center. While we are not a federally-operated Veteran’s Home, these contracts allow qualifying veterans to receive long-term care services at our facility at no cost.

Telehealth

Our Avera eLong-Term Care (eLTC) Telehealth Services help to provide critical health care to our residents by allowing caregivers access to quick assessments from outside medical professionals and making it possible intervene as soon as possible. This helps to improve health and wellness outcomes and reduce costly ER transports. eLTC lets patients connect in real time with a health provider they trust using devices they’re already familiar with. This service helps patients feel more in control of their health without having to travel a great distance for an appointment.

Community Life

Bringing Together Residents, Team Members, Families, and Volunteers

Our Community

Dining Experience

Activities & Events

Our Team

FAQs

Our Community

At Fountain Springs, we make every effort to help you feel at home. Our recreation department offers a wide range of activities and outings. Featured amenities include:

Private Room Options

3 Nutrition Meals Daily

Free Wireless Internet

Beautician & Barber Services

On-site Coffee Bar

Social & Recreational Activities

Transportation Services

Volunteer Program

Dining Experience

Residents can look forward to a variety of healthy and delicious meal options. We feature several options for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as well as soup, salad, and sandwiches to provide residents with a wider selection of meal options. We seek to create healthy menus that accommodate each resident’s particular dietary needs and preferences.

Our program includes:

Delicious meals prepared fresh by our culinary teams each day.

A selection of both classic and regional favorites, including accommodations for religious and cultural preferences.

Fresh fruit, snacks, and beverages available throughout the day.

EmpRes can also support the unique nutritional needs and preferences of residents, including:

Modified diet plans, including delicious purée options designed to tickle the taste buds.

Attention to physician-prescribed diets.

Activities & Events

Our dedicated activities team develops an extensive calendar tailored to your specific needs and preferences. We offer a blend of activities and outings that enrich the body, mind, and spirit. Activities range from weekly field trips into the community, to on-site performers, visiting school children and therapy animals, various groups and games to play, and of course, plenty of Bingo.

Some of our more common activities include:

On-site Movie Events

Seasonal Holiday Celebrations

Current Events Discussions

Religious and Worship Services

Summer and Weekend BBQs

Outdoor Events

Bingo & Games

We also organize plenty of special events throughout the year. These may include cookouts in the summer, Mother and Fathers’ Day buffet luncheons, annual holiday parties, Sunday dinners and a trip to the movie theater complete with popcorn and candy. We also encourage family and friends to participate in any of these activities.

Our Team

Our dedicated staff is available 24-hours a day to meet your care needs. We treat our residents and their families as valued friends and respected members of our community.

Executive Director: Kristine Harvey

Executive Director in Training: Kasey Klapprodt

Director of Nursing Services: Summer Bowling

Business Office Manager: Michelle Wirth

FAQs

When is it time to consider a nursing home for my loved one?

It may be time to consider a nursing home environment when both medical and personal care needs have become too great to handle at home or in another senior living community. This may be due to a recent hospitalization, or a chronic illness which has gradually been worsening.

Who do I speak with about financials, billing, and admission paperwork?

We have a full-time business office manager for all financial and billing concerns. If you have any questions regarding these matters please make an appointment with our business office manager through the front desk.

What can residents bring with them?

We provide all of the furniture your elderly parent needs in their room. However, to make it feel like home, most skilled nursing centers encourage residents to bring personal items such as family photos, a familiar bedspread, and treasured knickknacks.

How often does a physician or health professional visit?

Physicians generally see residents upon admission and once every 30 days thereafter. Though the physicians aren’t there every day, our nursing staff is in constant communication with each physician that visits the facility.

Can I take my loved one home for a visit?

Residents may take a leave of absence with a physician’s authorization, which can be arranged through the nursing staff. Residents who take a leave of absence must check in and out with the leave of absence (LOA) book at the nursing station.

Can I bring outside food in?

Please make sure to check with the nursing staff before bringing food in to ensure the food complies with special diets. Any food kept in resident rooms must be in a properly sealed container.

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Careers

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We pride ourselves in setting standards for excellence and strive to provide the highest quality care to our patients and residents. If you’re looking for more than just a job, explore our career opportunities. You’ll find work that is challenging and rewarding, maximizing your strengths and skills while making a difference in the lives of others.